GEO Student Testimonials

GEO Student Testimonials

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The Best of Italian Culture in Siena

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My time studying in Siena, Italy, was one of the most valuable experiences of my life. Living abroad allowed me to immerse myself in a new culture and learn so much about the Italian way of life. I also had the opportunity to make new friends, travel to other parts of Europe, try a ton of new food,…

Mixing Culture with Healthcare in Rome

Densel smiling with three doctors in scrubs in an Italian hospital
I spent four weeks in Rome through a clinical fellowship, shadowing across orthopedic surgery, urology, stroke care, and pediatric surgery. It was an eye-opening experience seeing medicine practiced in a foreign country while navigating a language barrier and still learning so much from each case.…

Vineyards and Business

Film photo of five students gathered around a table in Italy enjoying dinner and wine
Studying abroad in Siena, Italy, was a highlight of my college experience. In the wine marketing program, we had the opportunity to work with our peers to consult for real-world clients and learn about the rich history of their wineries. Living abroad for six weeks in a city like Siena truly…

Studying Abroad in Lecce and Siena

Gisele with three friends smiling on a walk in Italy under a shaded tree
My name is Gisele Turchon and I studied abroad twice in Italy through GEO Abroad, in Lecce and Siena. I had the time of my life in both cities, completely opposite of each other. In Siena, I lived in the Torre Contrada and adored my beautiful walk to school everyday with my friends. We went wine…

Traditional Dishes in Siena

GEO students smiling for a photo on the steps of a church in Siena, Italy at night
From January to March, I got to study abroad in Siena, Italy through the Global Education Oregon Program at UO. The program was centered around food, science, and sustainability--during my time there, I was able to immerse myself in Italian culture through my everyday interactions, which were some…

Sustainability and Environmental Science in Medellín

Maggie Trail sitting on a chair with the city and hill of Medellin, Columbia in the background
Maggie Trail, a biology major, shares her journey navigating the field of environmental science while immersing herself in Colombia’s dynamic professional landscape through GlobalWorks International Internships. 🌱 From contributing to real-world sustainability initiatives to developing…

Exploring Environmental Science in London

Kacia Stewart talking into a tiny mic in front of a brick wall in London
Kacia Stewart, an environmental studies major, shares her journey navigating the field of environmental science while immersing herself in London’s fast-paced and sustainability-focused professional environment on a GlobalWorks International Internship 🌍 From working on carbon reduction…

My Life Changing Time in Osaka

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Image Choosing to study abroad in Osaka was the best decision I have ever made. To anyone who is considering it, I highly recommend going for it! First of all, when studying abroad I learned so much about, not only the country I went to, but the…

My Amazing Time in Segovia

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Image Study abroad is the most amazing opportunity to live in a new country surrounded by people your age, who have the same love to travel and gain new experiences all without the stress of finding 3 months off in your career. The ability to…

Summer in Siena

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Image I have loved being back in Siena, Italy at the GEO center and working with students from the wine marketing, drawing & painting. I look forward to helping the Clark’s honors students and pre freshmen in the coming weeks. It has been fun…